Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
112
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
121
home
Chemistry
Hot
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 35 | 28 | 23 | 26 | 112 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 26 | 30 | 32 | 33 | 121 |
After Action Report
The Magic held off the Rockets 121-112. The breakneck pace played right into Magic's hands. The Magic owned the glass, generating extra possessions; the Magic pushed the pace until the other side broke. Magic's rotation plan looked deliberate, and the right guys made the most of their roles.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.